13 | September | 2009 | Snorkeling the ABC Islands

We took Max for a stroll in the Watershed Park. He perked up as we approached the park, which I kind of figured he would. We have a harness for strapping him into the car, and it worked like a charm to help support him. I just kept some tension on the harness and let him walk at his own pace.

As soon as we opened the door, he was up and eager to get out and go! We took him as far as he felt like. When he felt like turning around, I let him. It’s wasn’t a huge walk, but hey, he got out and saw that he could do it. So that’s all positive.

Pam took a movie, and I’ve stuck it on the end of this message. You can see that awkward foot, but we’re going to keep at it. I’m hopeful he’ll keep coming along.

Poor Pam. Today is her last day of vacation; back to work tomorrow. We’re hoping for a nice sunny day so we can relax in the backyard and a have a nice bbq.

I am going to take Max to the Watershed park today. He seems to be a bit depressed the last little while. I think he needs some stimulation, so we’re going to take him for a walk. His left front paw is still the primary cause for concern. When he “prances” there seems to be no problems. But without the speed, he stumbles.

And that clearly frustrates him, or maybe demoralizes him. Anyway – the poor guy looks bored to me. So hopefully the walk in the park will excite him. When we drive to the park, as soon as we get on the parkway, he sits up, his ears perk, and he “voices” his eagerness. We’ll see if today’s ride produces the same results.

If any of you watch the Dog Whisperer, Cesar Millan, last night he had an episode about a ridgeback cross with 3 legs, and man, he could run – faster than a lot of 4 legged dogs! I know Max could be just like that – but I think he’s not going to need such drastic measures.

Dick suggested we get him a glove – like Micheal Jackson – to help keep the paw straight! Not a bad suggestion.

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